Many countries in Asia Pacific are implementing aggressive measures to address environmental challenges such as rising carbon emissions, which is spurring the introduction of incentives to construct green buildings.

At the same time, technological advancement is driving the growth of green properties, with low cost energy-efficient devices and monitoring systems increasing the value proposition for investors.

This ViewPoint by CBRE Research tracks recent green office building trends in Asia Pacific and explains the market forces and regulatory changes that will require investors to strengthen their commitment to greening their portfolios.